The Civil War was the greatest struggle ever fought on the American continent.  Slavery and States Rights were issues that caused brother to fight against brother and were principles and ideals on which the United States was founded.  The book, Battles Of The Civil War covers 6 of the greatest battles fought between the North and South during this epic conflict.  While few can agree on when the first shot was fired or even when the final battle was fought, all can agree that the blood, determination and heroism were the same in every engagement.  It was trial by fire and in the end, the United States of America past the test albeit at a dreadful cost in life and property.  The major sections of this book include the following: 1) Introduction; 2) Fort Sumter; 3) Hampton Roads; 4) Second Manassas; 5) Gettysburg; 6) Atlanta and 7) Pertersburg.  In addition to an informative narrative, the book Battles Of The Civil War, includes the following: 1) Approximately 76 black and white vintage photographs; 2) 8 color photographs; 3) 10 black and white illustrations and 4) 13 color illustrations.  This book represents a microcosms of the more than 10,000 skirmishes and battles fought during the Civil War which was the greatest challenge ever faced by the United States of America.  It will hold an equal interest for Civil War buffs and anyone interested in the colorful history of the United States.    This book is 64 pages and is in very good condition.  The author is William C. Davis.  Edition published in 1991.